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SANTA CRUZ vs. RALEIGH
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Santa Cruz, California vs. Raleigh, North Carolina
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Raleigh, North Carolina is
49.7%
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California.
You would need a salary of
$25,160
in Raleigh, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Santa Cruz, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Raleigh, North Carolina is
cheaper
than Santa Cruz, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
66% cheaper in Raleigh
than in Santa Cruz, California
Santa Cruz, CA vs. Raleigh, NC
Compared to Santa Cruz, Raleigh is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
49.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
9.8% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
69.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
6.0% higher
Commute
19.8% lower
Health
13.2% lower
Taxes
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Personal
6.1% lower
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